AAP expands ages for diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in children
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidelines for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) that expand ages for diagnosis and treatment…
ADHD treatment
ADHD drugs may reduce risky sexual behavior in teens
A study in Labour Economics reports that drugs used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children may reduce the likelihood…
Drugs Today – September 2008
Web Exclusive! An update of drug news, including alerts, approvals, and removals at www.AmericanNurseToday.com/journal.
FDA allows marketing of device to help assess children and teens for ADHD
On June 15, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowed marketing of the first medical device based on brain…
FDA approves generic Strattera for ADHD
On May 30, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first generic versions of Strattera (atomoxetine) to treat…
